*Sr Staff Research Scientist

University of Oklahoma in; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Staff Research Scientist to lead a research laboratory. This role involves designing and implementing operational policies, conducting independent research, and supervising laboratory staff. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or M.D., extensive research experience, and advanced knowledge in their scientific field. Join a collaborative environment that values innovation and excellence, where your contributions will impact the advancement of knowledge and research. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a community that fosters respect, civility, and belonging while striving for excellence in research and education.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.D. required along with significant research experience.
• Advanced knowledge in a scientific field and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory operations and supervise staff.
• Conduct independent research and prepare manuscripts for publication.
• Present research findings and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of scientific field

Logic and reasoning

Data compilation and analysis

Establishing working relationships

Verbal and written communication

Advanced computer skills

Detail-oriented

Stress management

Education

Ph.D. or M.D.

36 months Postdoctoral Research Fellow experience

24 months experience as a professional Scientist

Job description

*Sr Staff Research Scientist (Project Management)

Non-tenured, specified term scientific position. Responsible for the management of a department research laboratory. Plans, directs, and conducts research, providing support to various research activities. Supervises and trains laboratory staff. Ensures all employees follow laboratory safety regulations and laboratory policies and procedures.

Duties:

• Designs, develops, and implements laboratory operational policies and procedures.
• Develops and implements strategic goals for the lab and discusses with supervisor. Plans, develops, and directs new projects to include but not limited to program analysis and possible sources of potential sponsored funding.
• Independently conducts research projects to develop methodologies, instrumentation, procedures, and constructs tests. Collaborates with other researchers. Oversees laboratory staff to ensure laboratory protocols and safety procedures are being followed.
• Compiles data to prepare research manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed journals.
• Conducts literature searches in order to stay current with ongoing research in a specific field or project.
• Reviews data collected by laboratory staff and conducts analyses by interpreting, drawing conclusions and documenting the data.
• Presents research results to other researchers, committees, faculty, and at scientific meetings.
• Supervises laboratory personnel. Responsible for recruiting, training, conducting performance evaluations, disciplining, delegating, and monitoring employee's work.
• May have teaching responsibilities.
• Performs related duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of the position.

Required Education: Ph.D. or M.D., AND:

• 36 months Postdoctoral Research Fellow experience plus 24 months experience as a professional Scientist in a research laboratory environment.

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of their scientific field.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions or conclusions.
• Ability to compile and analyze data.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals, agencies, and other entities to encourage cooperative strategies or develop information and interpret findings.
• Excellent verbal and written skills in order to prepare technical and research papers, grant applications, and publish and communicate findings to peers and at conferences.
• Advanced working knowledge of computers to store, process and analyze data.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and meet deadlines.

Certifications: None

Working Conditions:

• Physical:
  • Standing for prolonged periods.
  • Manual dexterity.
  • Reaching, bending, stooping, and handling laboratory equipment.
• Laboratory Environment.
• Exposure to biohazardous materials, chemicals, odors, blood borne pathogens, or carcinogens.

Supervision: 2 - GRAs

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